Articles written by: Eli Pearlman-Storch

Eli writes about Philadelphia Union as PSP’s beat writer, covering the games and going behind the scenes into the locker rooms. He also co-hosts the KYW Philly Soccer Show with Greg Orlandini. Email him at epstorch@phillysoccerpage.com. Follow him on Twitter @PSP_Eli.

Season Previews

Union 2014: Who has the most to prove?

The Union have put together the best roster in the club’s history. Now it’s time for the players to raise their hands and be counted. PSP’s Eli Pearlman-Storch looks at 10 Union players with the most to prove.

Analysis

Talking Tactics: Day 1

Eli and Adam are preparing for the beginning of the 2014 MLS season with a back and forth conversation about Philadelphia Union’s tactical options. Here’s the first installment.

MLS

Pregame chat on the MLS Cup final

PSP’s Adam Cann and Eli Pearlman-Storch discuss what they expect to see in Saturday’s MLS Cup final.

Analysis

Adam and Eli chat about the MLS conference finals second legs

Who’s going to prevail in this weekend’s Conference Final second legs? PSP’s Eli Pearlman-Storch and Adam Cann had a chat about it.

Season Reviews

Season review: Sebastien Le Toux

Sebastien Le Toux was asked to change roles in 2013, from a finisher to a provider.

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Season Reviews

Season review: Conor Casey

John Hackworth took a gamble on Conor Casey in 2013 and was handsomely rewarded.

Player ratings

Player ratings & analysis: Union 1-2 SKC

John Hackworth’s decision to bench Jack McInerney and play a new formation in the season finale failed to produce the desired result in the Union’s season-ending loss. PSP has analysis and player ratings.

Union match reports

Match report: Philadelphia Union 1-2 Sporting Kansas City

Jack McInerney pulled one back at the end of regular time, but it was not enough as Sporting Kansas City found the winner in stoppage time and ended the Union’s season.

Raves

Raves: Amobi Okugo

Amobi Okugo is the best, most consistent player on the Union. Full stop. PSP’s Eli Pearlman-Storch raves.

Player ratings

Analysis and Player Ratings: Union 1-2 Impact

Montreal made adjustments to combat their poor first half showing. The Union did not. Then they lost.